Drop Sets Explained: One Set or Multiple?
Drop sets are a potent method to enhance muscle exhaustion and facilitate muscle development, though they can be strenuous and not ideal for every individual. … Read more
Feeling Calf Raises in Your Glutes? Don’t Worry, It’s Normal (But Here’s the Catch)
The glutes and the hamstrings are activated to some extent during calf raises. The glutes will not be isolated, but they will contract in order … Read more
Why Do Powerlifters Have Big Bellies? (Here’s the Reasons Why)
The appearance of a larger belly in powerlifters, as opposed to a more muscular look, can be attributed to their high intake of carbohydrates and … Read more
Why Does My Creatine Smell Bad? (6 Smelly Creatine Facts)
Creatine is typically described as having no taste or odour. With that being said, some users report a mild sour smell, but definitely nothing bad. … Read more
Bulking Up, Wardrobe Down? (Should I Buy Clothes While Bulking?)
You shouldn’t have to buy new clothes specifically for bulking. Realistically, lean bulking takes a lot of time, and when done correctly you’re unlikely to … Read more
One Week Off Creatine: Muscle Meltdown or Minor Hiccup?
You won’t notice a great deal of difference if you stop taking creatine for a week. Your body and muscles will typically become saturated with … Read more
Can I Take Only Creatine Without Protein? (Here’s What You Need to Know!)
Yes, you can take only creatine without protein (and vice-versa). Creatine supplementation increases the stores of phosphocreatine in the muscles, which aids the formation of … Read more
Hunger Pangs After Creatine? Here’s Why (& What to Do)
Creatine neither increases nor suppresses hunger. Creatine merely increases the energy stores in your muscles. With that being said, creatine supplementation will require you to … Read more
Here’s Why Deadlifts Hurt Your Hands & How to Fix it
The main reason deadlifts hurt your hands is because of an incorrect grip. There is a tendency to hold the bar in the palm of … Read more
Deadlifting Two Days in a Row: Is it Worth the Risk?
There is no problem with deadlifting two (or even more) days in a row, although this will largely depend on your training experience and powers … Read more